Drum sequence templates for hacking billboards

The drum sequence templates discussed in this section are just framework suggestions and are not meant to be overly complicated “plug and play” patterns, but rather, starting points to experimentation using BPM ranges and specific pattern points as a frame of reference.

Let’s now discuss these drum sequence templates.

East Coast Patterns

So, let’s talk about East Coast Patterns, which is a drum programming template for creating hip hop beats in the East Coast style. This style is known for its hard-hitting boom bap drums and sample-based production.

The East Coast Patterns framework is designed for a BPM range of 80-90, and it features a combination of kick, snare, hi-hat, and percussion elements. Here’s how it works: the kick drum is placed on the first and third beats of the bar, while the snare is placed on the second and fourth beats, creating that classic boom-bap rhythm. The hi-hat is...